Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Mytilini (Lesvos)
9h 50m to 13h 50m · from €43.50 · 2 operators
Piraeus to Mytilini at a glance
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Mytilini (Lesvos) are scheduled 14 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. The earliest departure in that window is 11:00 and the latest is 22:30. The crossing takes between 9h 50m and 13h 50m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Hellenic Seaways and Superfast Ferries. Published fares start from €43.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on all seven days during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €43.50 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| SUPER ECONOMY | €20.00 | Book now |
| 3 bed inside cabin | €67.00 | Book now |
| MOTOS | €22.50 | Book now |
Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Piraeus to Mytilini Route Map
The Piraeus to Mytilini sailing is a long overnight run up the eastern Aegean, taking roughly ten hours on a direct service and closer to fourteen when the ship calls at Chios on the way. Hellenic Seaways and Superfast operate it with the Nissos Samos and the Ariadne, both large conventional ferries with cabins and decent facilities. Booking a berth turns a long night into an easy one.
Mytilini is the capital of Lesvos and a real city rather than a resort, with a Genoese and Byzantine castle above the port and neoclassical mansions along the waterfront. The atmosphere is Greek and workaday, with a strong Ottoman-influenced character in the older streets. Lesvos itself is known for olive oil, ouzo distilleries, the petrified forest in the west and birdwatching around the gulfs, with Molyvos in the north the prettiest of the villages.
There are departures most days, with fares starting around forty-four euros for deck passage. Current sailings and prices are in the table below. Mytilini also connects to Chios, Limnos and the northern mainland ports, and there are short boats across to Ayvalik in Turkey.
Piraeus to Mytilini Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €43.50 on a conventional ferry. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €43.50 | Hellenic Seaways | Nissos Samos |
Ticket classes by operator
Published tariffs for a single adult or vehicle, one way. These are operator list prices and do not vary by vessel.
Hellenic Seaways
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| 3 bed inside cabin | cabin | €67.00 |
| 4 bed inside cabin | cabin | €67.00 |
| 4 bed inside PET cabin | cabin | €67.00 |
| 3 bed inside PET cabin | cabin | €67.00 |
| 3 bed outside cabin | cabin | €69.00 |
| 4 bed outside cabin | cabin | €69.00 |
| 3 bed outside PET cabin | cabin | €69.00 |
| 4 bed outside PET cabin | cabin | €69.00 |
| 2 bed inside cabin | cabin | €69.50 |
| 2 bed inside PET cabin | cabin | €69.50 |
| 2 bed outside cabin | cabin | €73.00 |
| 2 bed outside PET cabin | cabin | €73.00 |
| LUX cabin 2BERTH | cabin | €84.00 |
| 1 bed inside cabin | cabin | €100.00 |
| 1 bed inside PET cabin | cabin | €100.00 |
| 1 bed outside cabin | cabin | €110.00 |
| 1 bed outside PET cabin | cabin | €110.00 |
| 2 bed outside (whole cabin) | cabin | €110.00 |
| LUX cabin 1BERTH | cabin | €127.00 |
| Special Economy | passenger | €35.00 |
| Economy | passenger | €43.50 |
| Air type Seats | passenger | €46.50 |
| Air type Seats Business | passenger | €49.50 |
| Moto | vehicle | €23.50 |
| Moto 3/4 Wheels | vehicle | €49.00 |
| Auto | vehicle | €98.00 |
| Boat Trailer < 5m | vehicle | €125.00 |
Other companies quoting this crossing
These companies publish a tariff for the crossing but have no departure in the timetable below, which is why they are not among the operators counted for this route. Their figures are a guide to what they charge when they do sail it.
Blue Star Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| CABIN AB3 inside | cabin | €70.50 |
| CABIN AB4 inside | cabin | €70.50 |
| CABIN A3 outside | cabin | €72.50 |
| CABIN A4 outside | cabin | €72.50 |
| CABIN A4 Pets outside | cabin | €72.50 |
| CABIN AB2 inside | cabin | €73.50 |
| CABIN A2 outside | cabin | €77.00 |
| CABIN LUX double bed outside | cabin | €88.50 |
| CABIN AB1 inside | cabin | €109.50 |
| CABIN A1 outside | cabin | €120.50 |
| CABIN LUX single outside | cabin | €139.50 |
| 2 ADULTS + 2 CHILDREN in A4 outside cabin | cabin | €188.00 |
| 3 ADULTS + 1 CHILD in A4 outside cabin | cabin | €224.00 |
| 4 ADULTS in A4 outside cabin | cabin | €224.00 |
| SUPER ECONOMY | passenger | €20.00 |
| SPECIAL ECONOMY | passenger | €36.50 |
| ECONOMY | passenger | €46.00 |
| NUMBERED AIRCRAFT TYPE SEATS | passenger | €49.00 |
| MOTOS | vehicle | €22.50 |
| CAMPERS/BOATS/TRAILERS, per meter | vehicle | €33.00 |
| MOTOS 3 & 4 WHEELS | vehicle | €47.00 |
| CARS | vehicle | €94.00 |
| COMMERCIAL VEHICLES | vehicle | €142.00 |
Weekly Piraeus to Mytilini Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hellenic Seaways | Nissos Samos conventional | 11:00 | 00:40 | 13h 40m | €43.50 | now to 2026-08-28 | Book the Nissos Samos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 15:00 | 07:30 | 16h 30m | 2026-09-18 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 16:00 | 09:00 | 17h | 2026-09-15 to 2026-10-27 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing | ||
| Superfast Ferries | Ariadne conventional | 19:00 | 05:20 | 10h 20m | now to 2026-08-27 | Book the Ariadne sailing | ||
| Hellenic Seaways | Nissos Samos conventional | 20:00 | 09:50 | 13h 50m | €43.50 | 2026-10-14 to 2026-10-28 | Book the Nissos Samos sailing | |
| Hellenic Seaways | Nissos Samos conventional | 20:00 | 08:15 | 12h 15m | €43.50 | now to 2026-10-26 | Book the Nissos Samos sailing | |
| Hellenic Seaways | Nissos Samos conventional | 20:00 | 09:50 | 13h 50m | €43.50 | 2026-09-04 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Nissos Samos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 20:00 | 08:45 | 12h 45m | €54.50 | 2026-10-01 to 2026-10-29 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Superfast Ferries | Ariadne conventional | 20:00 | 08:15 | 12h 15m | now to 2026-09-29 | Book the Ariadne sailing | ||
| Superfast Ferries | Ariadne conventional | 20:00 | 08:15 | 12h 15m | 2026-09-03 to 2026-09-24 | Book the Ariadne sailing | ||
| Superfast Ferries | Ariadne conventional | 20:00 | 08:15 | 12h 15m | 2026-09-06 to 2026-09-27 | Book the Ariadne sailing | ||
| Superfast Ferries | Ariadne conventional | 21:00 | 07:20 | 10h 20m | now to 2026-08-28 | Book the Ariadne sailing | ||
| Superfast Ferries | Ariadne conventional | 22:00 | 07:50 | 9h 50m | now to 2026-08-29 | Book the Ariadne sailing | ||
| Superfast Ferries | Ariadne conventional | 22:30 | 08:50 | 10h 20m | now to 2026-08-30 | Book the Ariadne sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Piraeus?
Yes, several agencies meet passengers directly at the ferry gates (E1 to E12), so there is no need to arrange transport into central Athens first. It suits travellers continuing on to the mainland rather than islanders, since central Athens is only 20 minutes away and has good metro and bus links. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Piraeus to Mytilini between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 20:00 | 08:15 | 12h 15m | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 20:00 | 08:15 | 12h 15m | Ariadne | Superfast Ferries |
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 20:00 | 09:50 | 13h 50m | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 19:00 | 05:20 | 10h 20m | Ariadne | Superfast Ferries |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 11:00 | 00:40 | 13h 40m | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 21:00 | 07:20 | 10h 20m | Ariadne | Superfast Ferries |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 22:00 | 07:50 | 9h 50m | Ariadne | Superfast Ferries |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 22:30 | 08:50 | 10h 20m | Ariadne | Superfast Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 20:00 | 08:15 | 12h 15m | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 20:00 | 08:15 | 12h 15m | Ariadne | Superfast Ferries |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 20:00 | 09:50 | 13h 50m | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 20:00 | 08:15 | 12h 15m | Ariadne | Superfast Ferries |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 20:00 | 09:50 | 13h 50m | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 20:00 | 08:15 | 12h 15m | Ariadne | Superfast Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Piraeus to Mytilini?
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Mytilini (Lesvos) are scheduled 14 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. In that fortnight there are departures on all seven days. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Piraeus to Mytilini today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Athens (Piraeus) to Mytilini (Lesvos) today. Departure time: 20:00.
How many ferries run from Piraeus to Mytilini this week?
8 sailings from Athens (Piraeus) to Mytilini (Lesvos) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Fridays.
What time is the first ferry from Piraeus to Mytilini?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Mytilini (Lesvos) usually leaves at 20:00. Across the published schedule departure times range from 11:00 to 22:30.
How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Mytilini?
The fastest crossing from Athens (Piraeus) to Mytilini (Lesvos) takes 9h 50m and the slowest 13h 50m. Typical crossing times by operator: Superfast Ferries 9h 50m to 12h 15m and Hellenic Seaways 12h 15m to 13h 50m.
How much does the Piraeus to Mytilini ferry cost?
Published fares for the Athens (Piraeus) to Mytilini (Lesvos) ferry start from €43.50 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €67.00. Taking a vehicle is published from €22.50. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Piraeus to Mytilini route?
The Athens (Piraeus) to Mytilini (Lesvos) route is served by Hellenic Seaways and Superfast Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Piraeus to Mytilini ferry
- Piraeus port is large, with departure gates E1 to E10 spread along the waterfront – allow extra time to find yours, as it can be a 15–20 minute walk from the metro station, and check the gate number printed on your ticket.
- Ferries to the Saronic islands – Aegina, Hydra and the nearby islands – depart from Gate E8, while Cyclades sailings (Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Naxos) leave from gates in the E6–E10 range, so double-check your specific gate on arrival.
- Take Metro Line 1 or Line 3 to Piraeus station, then use the free shuttle bus that circulates around the port roughly every 10–15 minutes, linking the metro to all gates – useful if your ferry departs from a distant terminal such as E2 or E3.
- There is no parking inside the port itself, so if you are driving, use one of the private car parks nearby rather than looking for a space at the gate; ticket booths at each gate can print e-tickets if you have not already.
- Weather cancellations are more common in the shoulder months (October, November, March, April) than in the height of summer, despite summer's meltemi wind.
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